1971 Citroen GS vs. 1999 Ferrari F399
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F399 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen GS would be higher. At 2,997 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F399 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F399 (750 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 695 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F399 should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen GS weights approximately 284 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F399.
Because 1999 Ferrari F399 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Ferrari F399. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Citroen GS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ferrari F399 (373 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F399 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen GS | 1999 Ferrari F399 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | GS | F399 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 110 L |
